Three First Responders Killed in Minnesota Domestic Call Tragedy
February 18, 2024Two police officers and a paramedic were killed in Burnsville, Minnesota while responding to a domestic abuse call.
The fallen individuals were identified as officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge, both 27, and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth, 40.
A third officer, Sgt. Adam Medlicott, was injured but is expected to survive.
The suspect involved was killed after a standoff with law enforcement; no family members in the home were harmed.
The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association is mourning the loss and a community vigil is planned.
Gov. Tim Walz ordered flags at half-staff and offered condolences, highlighting statewide mourning.
Further details are anticipated as the investigation into the incident continues.
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